Originally Posted by
fietsbob
You can replace tubes in lugged frames ,TIG frame you just get another one..
I've heard this argument for years, and while true, is it cost effective ?. Strip frame of parts, ship back to manufacturer (there sure ain't no frame builders in my neck of the woods), have tube replaced AND re-painted, ship back, re-build. Total cost for re-build and paint maybe $500 +.
Or buy new frame ?.
Anybody ever done the math ?.
SB